Teacher of English (2 Posts)

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Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.
At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. 

About the Role
Our English department is a vibrant, collaborative and high-performing team committed to developing the whole child. We are passionate about nurturing confident, articulate students through a rich and engaging curriculum that balances core reading and writing skills with opportunities to build cultural capital and a lifelong love of literature.

We pride ourselves on our strong relationships with students, creating classrooms where pupils feel supported, challenged and inspired to succeed. Our team works closely together, sharing expertise and ideas to ensure consistently high-quality teaching and learning across Key Stages 3–5.

We are dedicated to fostering independence, creativity and critical thinking, whilst maintaining high expectations for academic achievement and behaviour. Enrichment opportunities, wider reading and exposure to diverse texts sit at the heart of our curriculum, ensuring students are well-prepared for both examinations and life beyond school.

The successful candidate will play a full role in this dynamic team, teaching English across Key Stages 3 and 4, contributing to the ongoing development of the curriculum, and working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain our high standards. They will be expected to support and contribute to a range of enrichment opportunities, as well as building positive relationships that support students both academically and pastorally. 

Who We’re Looking For

Tapestry Learning Partnership are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher of English – to join our hardworking and high-achieving team at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School.

Experience in teaching Key Stages 3–4. You will have a commitment to the education of young people both within a subject area and in their pastoral care as a tutor. The ethos and values of Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School are important to the staff, students, and local community; the successful candidate will promote and adhere to these values. Most importantly, the successful candidate will enjoy teaching young people and be a visible member of the teaching staff. Applications from both experienced and newly qualified staff are welcome.  

About Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School

Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School is a highly regarded school set in the heart of Derbyshire. With a strong academic tradition and a clear focus on personal development, QEGS provides an inspiring and supportive environment in which pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The school’s academic ambition goes hand in hand with a strong focus on care, character, and opportunity. With a supportive ethos and a track record of excellent results, it provides a stimulating learning environment that nurtures curiosity, resilience, and confidence. Students benefit from high‑quality teaching, a wide range of enrichment activities, and a warm, inclusive community that values every individual. 

Why us?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing 

This is your chance to be part of something special.  Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact. 

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list.  All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK. 

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership 

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). 

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this, please call Sarah Smit on: 01335 343685.  

Further details about our school can be found on our website: https://www.queenelizabeths.derbyshire.sch.uk 

 To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership 

Closing date for applications: Friday 3 July 2026 @ 9am

Interview date: 9 July 2026

Potential Start date: September 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.